What to do if the leaves of the arrowroot curl

1. Problems encountered

However, after growing the Arrowroot plant for a period of time, its leaves will easily curl up, which is very troublesome. What situation affects this? The first thing is to observe and carefully analyze the causes.

2. Causes and solutions

1. Caused by direct sunlight

The light requirements of the flying feather arrowroot are not very high. It is a plant that prefers a semi-shady environment. It cannot be exposed to the sun for a long time and is particularly intolerant to high temperatures. If it is exposed to strong light for a long time, the strong ultraviolet rays plus the light can easily burn the leaves, causing the leaves of the flying feather arrowroot to become scorched and curled. However, the flying feather arrowroot cannot do without light, so in this case, try not to expose it to too much sunlight in the summer. In the winter, you can expose it to sunlight appropriately to avoid excessive direct sunlight so that curling will not occur.

2. Root lack of water

The flying feather arrowroot likes shade and moisture. If the soil in the pot is too dry, the leaves of the flying feather arrowroot will easily wither and become dry and curled. You can dig up the soil and take a look. Generally, you need to dig about ten centimeters to see if the roots are lacking water. Therefore, it is necessary to grasp the watering management of the Alocasia ovata. The soil in the flowerpot should always be kept moist in spring, summer and autumn. If it is too dry, you can sprinkle water on the leaves. In winter, you need to water less to keep the soil in the pot dry.

3. Root diseases and pests

If the roots are not lacking water or direct sunlight, it is possible that the roots have been affected by pests and diseases. You can dig up the soil and carefully observe whether the roots have leaf spot disease or rust disease. If these two diseases are present, you can use 1000 times the concentration of carbendazim for treatment. If common scale insects or whiteflies are found, professional pest control drugs will be needed for pest control care.

Therefore, don’t panic when curling occurs. Take appropriate measures, maintain the edges carefully, and take precautions at all times.